Husband 2.2cm tumour suprachiasmatic space
Hi everyone,
My husband has recently been diagnosed with a 2.2x2.2cm brain tumour growing in the suprachiasmatic region. It's pressing slightly on the right optic nerve but he has no problems with his vision, and it's partially blocking the third ventricle and causing early hydrocephalus. If you met him you'd never know as he has no symptoms!
The only reason he had an MRI in the first place was because he had one short episode of aura with no headache, which he's never had before.
The doctors think it's benign but want a piece of it to be sure. We are obviously absolutely terrified at the thought of him having brain surgery.
Is there anyone here with experience of having surgery in this region? My husband would like to have as much of the tumour removed during the biopsy operation, as long as the surgeon thinks it's safe to do so.
He's only 44 and we have 3 young children; the youngest is only 8 months old. He's also the only source of income we have.
Anyone here with any experience of surgery/tumours in this area? We're based in the UK so insurance isn't a factor, but we also don't have the choice of surgeons you have in the US.
Any and all advice/support greatly appreciated!